2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Opel Signum
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Signum would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2006 Opel Signum. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Signum.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Signum. (266 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Signum. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Signum has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Signum will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Express | Signum |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
